2004 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2003 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Retona would be higher. Both 2004 Hyundai Elantra and 2003 Kia Retona are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Retona weights approximately 675 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2003 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Kia Retona (205 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Elantra | 2003 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Elantra | Retona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
